Tamil Nadu assembly speaker JCD Prabhakar CHENNAI: Tamil Nadu assembly speaker JCD Prabhakar on Tuesday cautioned ministers that he could not tolerate their out-of-line remarks anymore and advised them to keep their responses to the subject or issue raised during the debate and discussion in the House.The speaker issued the diktat following minister for law…
Certain birth dates possess natural social charm for solo travelers. These individuals easily connect with strangers through their inherent communication skills. People born on dates 5, 14, and 23 exhibit strong communication energy. Dates 3, 12, 21, and 30 suggest exuberant and expressive social interactions. Kindness and pleasant energy attract others for those born on…
Jawaharlal Nehru University vice-chancellor Prof Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit COIMBATORE: Jawaharlal Nehru University vice-chancellor Prof Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit on Tuesday said the single-phase format of national-level exams such as NEET needs reconsideration, citing limitations in conducting a technology secure test for the nearly 40 lakh candidates who appear for them.Addressing reporters on the sidelines of the…
Sanjay Manjrekar and Murali Kartik Former India cricketers Sanjay Manjrekar and Murali Kartik, who are part of the broadcast team for India’s tour of Sri Lanka, found themselves involved in an awkward exchange during the Galle Test on Monday.The two were discussing the ongoing match when their conversation unexpectedly shifted from cricket to Manjrekar’s facial…
‘Haiwaan’ director Priyadarshan calls Saif Ali Khan ‘transparent’ and Akshay Kumar a ‘psycho’ villain Priyadarshan is bringing something old and something new with his upcoming thriller ‘Haiwaan’. While the film is his eighth collaboration with Akshay Kumar, it also marks his first-ever project with Saif Ali Khan. In a recent interview, the director said that…
NEW DELHI: India moved to the brink of a massive victory in the first Test against Sri Lanka after their bowlers produced a ruthless final session to reduce the hosts to 84 for four at stumps on Tuesday, leaving them 288 runs short of an improbable 372-run target.India had earlier stretched their lead with a…
South Korea’s President said Tuesday (August 18, 2026) that a solid alliance with the U.S. strengthens the foundation of national security, as many South Koreans were baffled and concerned about U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt order to “substantially reduce” joint military exercises. Mr. Trump made the surprise announcement in a social media post just before…
CHENNAI: Cutting across party lines, TVK allies and opposition members in the assembly on Tuesday demanded a high-level probe into the killing of three Tamils by Karnataka forest department personnel, with DMK seeking a judicial inquiry and other parties calling for a CBI probe. They appealed to the TN govt to extend financial assistance to…
Astrology indicates that certain zodiac signs are gifted with a natural social charm and ease in forming friendships. Geminis are adept conversationalists, capable of engaging with a variety of people and adjusting their dialogue to establish a connection. Leos radiate charisma, drawing others in with their inviting demeanor. Libras, with their balanced approach, excel in…
Fire and rescue services service personnel reached the spot by 11.30am and extinguished the flames. ERODE: A forest fire broke out near the 25th hairpin bend on the Bannari Ghat Road in Erode district on Tuesday morning. The fire was triggered by sparks from high tension power cables which ignited dry leaves.The fire was reported…